What Is the File Extension .MF?
Java is a type of computer programming language used primarily to power applications or animations on websites. A number of files are associated with Java, including .mf files.
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Background
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Files for Java-based programs are often saved as .jar files, a collection of smaller files that contain instructions that your computer uses to run Java-based programs.
Identification
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A .mf file is known as a Java Manifest file. For each .jar file saved on your computer, there is normally one .mf file also saved.
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Function
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Mf files contain information that your computer uses to recognize and utilize the associated .jar file, such as the purpose of a .jar file, what program it uses and the purposes of the smaller files that it contains.
Programs
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Mf and .jar files are used by web browsing programs like Firefox, Opera, SeaMonkey and Netscape to install add-ons or additional features. You can view or edit the contents of a .mf file by using a text editor program like Notepad++.
Considerations
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Because the files are required for Java-based programs to function properly, never delete a .mf file from your computer.
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